JOB SUMMARY: Manages and oversees global project controls for a large theme park development company, reporting to the SVP of the Project management office. The department’s role is to oversee data gathering, management and analytical processes used to report, predict, understand and influence the time and cost outcomes of the global project portfolio. This includes development of consistent processes for portfolio project management, planning and scheduling, cost estimating, risk management strategies, document control and contracts interface. The role encompasses people, processes and tools used to plan, manage and mitigate cost and schedule risk events that may impact a project. Supports the organization’s mission and vision through the project controls position ensuring that projects are appropriately planned, supported and reported on.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Project Controls establishment – Ability to manage Project Controls for multiple portfolios ensuring compliance with established policies and procedures. Develop, implement and maintain company Project Controls standards, guidelines, and tools that can be efficiently used on all projects. Lead the development and growth of organizational capability and competency in the project management practice of Project Controls. Establish scheduling and estimating standards to be implemented consistently across all Universal Creative projects. Develop standardized org / staffing structures from portfolio level down to the team level to insure consistency.
• Process establishment - Establish and implement project reporting over the project lifecycle with a focus on key performance indicators that allow for early detection and mitigation of project risks. Establish and implement a formalized project gating process that memorializes project goals (cost, schedule, and scope), execution strategy and project risks/mitigations at key phases of the project. Ensure alignment with key stakeholders including functional leadership at Universal Creative and the operating team leadership. Establish and deploy training programs for Project Controls over the entire range of experience levels, i.e. beginner through specialist level. Conduct audits of the project control system to ensure procedures are being implemented and followed and that the project reporting system accurately reflects the status of the project. Establish and implement formalized change management processes designed to assess cost and schedule impacts of scope change and obtain executive approval. Incorporate lessons learned into company procedures and tools. Provide support for estimating and vendor, GC, sub trade proposals to include bid schedules and project execution plans.
• Effectively communicate with a wide range of audiences (in person and in writing) with strong listening and presentation skills. Vet Project Controls personnel, procedures, and reports for adequacy and accuracy early in the project and through completion. Advise current projects with the potential need to change and assist with that change if necessary.
• Understand and actively participate in Environmental, Health & Safety responsibilities by following established UO policy, procedures, training and team member involvement activities.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Project Manager Professional (PMP) preferred

• Experience developing highly complex projects
• An expert in schedule development, critical path analysis, resource loading requirements, progress updating & reporting, trend development, forecasting of schedule performance with corrective action recommendations.
• Advanced level proficiency in project planning, execution, scheduling, and project controls (including strong analytical skills)
• Excellent written, oral and interpersonal communications skills.

EDUCATION: Bachelor’s degree is preferred in Civil, Architectural, Construction Management, Project Management, Finance or Accounting. Master’s degree in Civil, Architectural, Construction Management, Project Management, Finance or Accounting.

EXPERIENCE: 15+ years of total project controls and successful project management experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Your talent, skills and experience will be rewarded with a competitive compensation package.

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